December 2027: holidays, special days and observances

Wednesday, December 1, 2027

December 1, 2027 is World AIDS Day. And a fun one: Eat a Red Apple Day.

• World AIDS Day Worldwide

  A day of support and awareness for people living with HIV. Testing is free and confidential in many places.

• Eat a Red Apple Day Fun day

  An apple a day: crunch into a shiny red one.

Around the world

• National Day — Central African Republic
• Great Union Day — Romania
• Restauração da Independência — Portugal
• 1 more day around the world in the app →

Thursday, December 2, 2027

December 2, 2027 is International Day for the Abolition of Slavery. And a fun one: Mutt Day.

• International Day for the Abolition of Slavery Worldwide

  An awareness day against modern slavery and forced labour.

• Mutt Day Fun day

  Celebrate the charm and loyalty of mixed-breed dogs.

Around the world

• National Day — Laos, United Arab Emirates

Friday, December 3, 2027

December 3, 2027 is International Day of Persons with Disabilities. And a fun one: Make a Gift Day.

• International Day of Persons with Disabilities Worldwide

  Removing barriers is everyone's job. Accessibility isn't a luxury.

• Make a Gift Day Fun day

  A small handmade gift brings big joy.

Around the world

• Navarre Day — Spain. St Francis Xavier's day, Navarre's festival.
• Farmers Day — Ghana

Saturday, December 4, 2027

December 4, 2027 is National Cookie Day in the United States. It is also Day Against Unilateral Coercive Measures and International Day of Banks.

• National Cookie Day United StatesFun day

  Have a day as sweet as a cookie fresh from the oven.

• Day Against Unilateral Coercive Measures Worldwide

  Highlighting unilateral sanctions that leave populations in hardship.

• International Day of Banks Worldwide

  Highlighting the role of banks in financing development.

Around the world

• St Barbara's Day — Germany. Cherry branches cut today are said to bloom by Christmas.
• Camerhogne Folk Festival — Grenada

Sunday, December 5, 2027

December 5, 2027 is World Soil Day. It is also International Volunteer Day.

• World Soil Day Worldwide

  Healthy soil, healthy table.

• International Volunteer Day Worldwide

  Thank you to every volunteer who does good for nothing in return.

Around the world

• St Nicholas' Eve — Netherlands
• National Day — Thailand
• Krampus Night — Austria. Scary masked Krampuses roam the streets: naughty kids beware!
• 1 more day around the world in the app →

Monday, December 6, 2027

December 6, 2027 is Microwave Oven Day.

• Microwave Oven Day Fun day

  Say thanks to the quiet hero of quick meals.

Around the world

• St. Nicholas' Day — 4 countries: Germany, France, Austria and 1 more
• Constitution Day (Spain) — Spain. Celebrating Spain's 1978 Constitution.
• Saint Nicholas — Belgium, Hungary, Poland
• 3 more days around the world in the app →

Tuesday, December 7, 2027

December 7, 2027 is Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day in the United States. It is also International Civil Aviation Day.

• Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day United States

  Remembering those who lost their lives in 1941.

• International Civil Aviation Day Worldwide

  A day for the aviation workers who fly us safely around the world.

Around the world

• Sant'Ambrogio (Milan) — Italy. Milan's patron saint, and opening night at La Scala.
• Earthquake Remembrance Day — Armenia

Wednesday, December 8, 2027

December 8, 2027 is Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day.

• Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day Fun day

  Act like you've come from the past or the future!

Around the world

• Festival of Lights (Lyon) — France. Candles in every window and light shows across Lyon.
• Feast of the Immaculate Conception — Spain, Italy
• Immaculate Conception — 15 countries: Andorra, Austria, Chile and 12 more
• 6 more days around the world in the app →

Thursday, December 9, 2027

December 9, 2027 is Commemoration of the Victims of Genocide. It is also International Anti-Corruption Day.

• Commemoration of the Victims of Genocide Worldwide

  We remember the victims of genocide and recall the duty to prevent it.

• International Anti-Corruption Day Worldwide

  Corruption steals from everyone. A day for transparency and honesty.

Around the world

• Christmas Jumper Day — United Kingdom. Schools and offices wear festive jumpers to raise money for charity.
• Independence Day — Tanzania
• V.C Bird Day — Antigua and Barbuda
• 1 more day around the world in the app →

Friday, December 10, 2027

December 10, 2027 is Human Rights Day.

• Human Rights Day Worldwide

  The Universal Declaration of Human Rights was adopted on this day in 1948.

Around the world

• Nobel Day — Sweden
• Constitution Day — Thailand
• Venezuelan Air Force Day — Venezuela

Saturday, December 11, 2027

December 11, 2027 is International Mountain Day.

• International Mountain Day Worldwide

  Mountains are the source of our water. Greetings to everyone dreaming of a summit!

Around the world

• National Day — Burkina Faso
• Birthday of Imam Ali — Iran

Sunday, December 12, 2027

December 12, 2027 is Universal Health Coverage Day. It is also International Day of Neutrality. And a fun one: Gingerbread House Day.

• Universal Health Coverage Day Worldwide

  A call for everyone, everywhere, to have access to healthcare, whatever they can afford.

• International Day of Neutrality Worldwide

  Highlighting the role of neutrality in keeping the peace.

• Gingerbread House Day Fun day

  Build a tiny house from cookies, icing and candy.

Around the world

• Our Lady of Guadalupe — Mexico. Millions make the pilgrimage to the basilica in Mexico City.
• Jamhuri Day — Kenya
• L'Escalade (Geneva) — Switzerland. Marking the 1602 victory: the chocolate cauldron gets smashed.

Monday, December 13, 2027

December 13, 2027 is Violin Day.

• Violin Day Fun day

  Listen to a beautiful violin piece today.

Around the world

• St Lucy's Day — Italy. In northern Italy, children wait for gifts from Santa Lucia.
• National Day — Saint Lucia
• Republic Day — Malta
• 1 more day around the world in the app →

Tuesday, December 14, 2027

December 14, 2027 is Day against Colonialism. And a fun one: Monkey Day.

• Day against Colonialism Worldwide

  A day recalling peoples' right to freedom from colonialism in all its forms.

• Monkey Day Fun day

  Hooray for monkeys! A bit of silliness is welcome.

Around the world

• Martyred Intellectuals Day — Bangladesh

Wednesday, December 15, 2027

December 15, 2027 is Bill of Rights Day in the United States. It is also World Turkic Language Family Day. And a fun one: Cupcake Day.

• Bill of Rights Day United States

  Marking the ratification of the U.S. Bill of Rights in 1791.

• World Turkic Language Family Day Worldwide

  UNESCO celebrates the richness of the Turkic language family.

• Cupcake Day Fun day

  A tiny frosted cake makes everyone smile.

Around the world

• Kingdom Day — Netherlands

Thursday, December 16, 2027

December 16, 2027 is Chocolate-Covered Anything Day.

• Chocolate-Covered Anything Day Fun day

  Strawberries, nuts, biscuits: everything's better covered in chocolate!

Around the world

• Las Posadas begin — Mexico. Nine nights of songs, piñatas and ponche until Christmas.
• National Day — Bahrain
• Independence Day — Kazakhstan
• 2 more days around the world in the app →

Friday, December 17, 2027

December 17, 2027 is Wright Brothers Day in the United States. And a fun one: National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day.

• Wright Brothers Day United States

  The anniversary of the first powered flight in 1903.

• National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day United StatesFun day

  Wear your silliest Christmas sweater and share a photo!

Around the world

• National Day — Bhutan
• Accession Day — Bahrain

Saturday, December 18, 2027

December 18, 2027 is Arabic Language Day. It is also International Migrants Day. And a fun one: Bake Cookies Day.

• Arabic Language Day Worldwide

  Marhaba! A day for Arabic and its rich literature.

• International Migrants Day Worldwide

  A day of solidarity with all migrants building a new life.

• Bake Cookies Day Fun day

  Put on your apron, fill the tray and let the kitchen smell wonderful!

Around the world

• National Day — Qatar
• Republic Day — Niger

Sunday, December 19, 2027

December 19, 2027 is Recognition for Women Searchers of Missing Persons. And a fun one: Hard Candy Day.

• Recognition for Women Searchers of Missing Persons Worldwide

  Honouring the women who tirelessly search for missing loved ones.

• Hard Candy Day Fun day

  Mint, fruit or cinnamon: a hard candy sweetens the day.

Around the world

• Revolution Day — Sudan

Monday, December 20, 2027

December 20, 2027 is International Human Solidarity Day.

• International Human Solidarity Day Worldwide

  We're not alone. Reach out to someone in need today.

Around the world

• National Mourning Day — Panama

Tuesday, December 21, 2027

December 21, 2027 is World Basketball Day. It is also World Meditation Day. And a fun one: Crossword Puzzle Day.

• World Basketball Day Worldwide

  Marked as the day basketball was invented. Take a shot!

• World Meditation Day Worldwide

  Close your eyes and take five deep breaths. That's it.

• Crossword Puzzle Day Fun day

  Pick up a pencil and tackle a crossword!

Around the world

• National Struggle and Martyrs' Week (TRNC) — TRNC (Northern Cyprus). Remembering those who lost their lives between 1963 and 1974.
• São Tomé Day — São Tomé and Príncipe

Wednesday, December 22, 2027

December 22, 2027 is Cookie Exchange Day.

• Cookie Exchange Day Fun day

  Swap cookies with friends and taste a variety!

Around the world

• Christmas Lottery (El Gordo) — Spain. Children sing out the numbers as all of Spain waits for El Gordo.
• Dongzhi Festival — Taiwan
• National Defence Day — Vietnam
• 1 more day around the world in the app →

Thursday, December 23, 2027

December 23, 2027 is Gift Wrapping Day.

• Gift Wrapping Day Fun day

  Ribbons, paper, scissors: time to wrap the gifts!

Around the world

• St Þorlákur's Day — Iceland
• Unduvap Full Moon Poya Day — Sri Lanka

Friday, December 24, 2027

December 24, 2027 is Christmas Eve in the United States. It is also International Anti-Cybercrime Day. And a fun one: Eggnog Day.

• Christmas Eve United States

  Gifts wrapped, tables set. Send a warm message to your loved ones.

• International Anti-Cybercrime Day Worldwide

  Never share your password and don't click links you don't recognise.

• Eggnog Day Fun day

  Warm up with a creamy, spiced winter drink.

Around the world

• Independence Day — Libya

Saturday, December 25, 2027

December 25, 2027 is Hanukkah in the United States. It is also Christmas.

• Hanukkah United States

  The eight-night Festival of Lights begins, one more candle each night.

• Christmas Worldwide

  Christmas is celebrated in many parts of the world. Merry Christmas to those who celebrate!

Around the world

• Family Day — Mozambique
• Quaid-e-Azam Day — Pakistan
• Constitution Day — Taiwan

Sunday, December 26, 2027

December 26, 2027 is Kwanzaa begins in the United States. And a fun one: Boxing Day / St. Stephen's Day.

• Kwanzaa begins United States

  A seven-day celebration of African American culture begins.

• Boxing Day / St. Stephen's Day Fun day

  The day after Christmas: rest, leftovers and sales.

Around the world

• Boxing Day / St. Stephen's Day — 4 countries: United Kingdom, Canada, Germany and 1 more
• Boxing Day — 50 countries: Australia, New Zealand, Netherlands and 47 more
• St. Stephen’s Day — Ireland
• 4 more days around the world in the app →

Monday, December 27, 2027

December 27, 2027 is International Day of Epidemic Preparedness. And a fun one: Fruitcake Day.

• International Day of Epidemic Preparedness Worldwide

  Vaccines, hygiene and solidarity to be ready for the next epidemic.

• Fruitcake Day Fun day

  This fruit-packed classic is a winter table favourite.

Around the world

• Boxing Day — Fiji
• Greater Poland Uprising Remebrence Day — Poland
• St. John — Vatican City

Tuesday, December 28, 2027

December 28, 2027 is Card Playing Day.

• Card Playing Day Fun day

  A holiday evening classic: a family card game!

Around the world

• Holy Innocents' Day (Spain's April Fools') — Spain, Mexico
• Republic Day — South Sudan
• Incwala Festival — Eswatini

Wednesday, December 29, 2027

December 29, 2027 is Tick Tock Day.

• Tick Tock Day Fun day

  Last chance to do the things you wanted to do this year!

Thursday, December 30, 2027

December 30, 2027 is Bicarbonate of Soda Day.

• Bicarbonate of Soda Day Fun day

  The magic powder of baking and cleaning: bicarbonate of soda!

Around the world

• Rizal Day — Philippines

Friday, December 31, 2027

December 31, 2027 is New Year's Eve.

• New Year's Eve Fun day

  The last night of the year! Got your lottery ticket?

Around the world

• Solidarity Day of World Azerbaijanis — Azerbaijan. Azerbaijanis around the world come together on the last day of the year.